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A trained spotter reported structural damage, debris, and trees down on power lines near the intersection of Highway 63 and Ashton Road.
A National Weather Service damage survey team confirmed that an EF-1 tornado touched down near Islandton, South Carolina. The tornado initially touched down along Jamison Road and traveled east/northeast before lifting along Highway 63. The worst damage occurred along Forks Road and Jamison Road where the tornado damaged or destroyed several structures. At least 3 mobile homes sustained roof damage and at least 30-35 trees were either completely uprooted or snapped. The tornado also snapped several power poles. The most significant damage occurred around 591 Jamison Road.
A power line was reported down across Gibson Road, 2 miles north of Islandton, South Carolina.
A tree was reported down on a power line at the intersection of Snyders Highway and Forks Road in Islandton, South Carolina.
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Power Outage FAQs
What is Power Outage?
Power outage (also called a power cut, a power blackout, power failure or a blackout) is a short-term or a long-term loss of the electric power to a particular area.
What Causes Power Outages?
- Severe weather (high winds, lightning, winter storms, heat waves, rain or flooding can cause damage to power lines or equipment);
- Other damage to electric transmission lines (vehicle accidents, trees, and animals can cause damage to power lines or equipment);
- Repairing, maintenance or upgrades on power lines and equipment.
What are the Top Outage Safety Tips?
- Stay away from the downed power lines, park vehicles in protected areas;
- Unplug appliances and electronics, limit cell phone use to conserve battery life;
- Use portable generators outdoors only, well away from open windows and doors;
- Pack perishable foods into a cooler, keep refrigerator and freezer doors shut as much as possible.
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Islandton, South Carolina
| City | Islandton |
| County | Colleton |
| State | South Carolina (SC) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 29929 |
The Colleton County 911 Call Center reported a tree down on power lines on the 2700 Block of Rum Gully Road.